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Eid-el Kabir: CSO felicitates Muslim faithful, urges Tinubu to rejig cabinet

By Patricia Amogu

The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria [NCSCN] celebrates with Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-el Kabir.

They also called on President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to re-shape his cabinet.

The Council’s Executive Director, Blessing Akinlosotu, made the disclosure in a statement on Monday.

“The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria (NCSCN) joins all muslim faithful in celebrating this special day and prays for peace, unity and prosperity for all Nigerians.

“May this Eid bring joy, blessings, and happiness to you and your loved ones,” the statement said.

The council expressed concern over the worsening economic conditions faced by Nigerians, including rising inflation and unemployment.

“The group holds that the cabinet is failing to effectively address these issues and is, therefore, unable to alleviate the suffering of the people.

“The council believes that a new cabinet, consisting of experienced and competent individuals, is necessary to tackle the numerous challenges facing the country.”

The statement further emphasised the need for accountability and transparency in governance, while appealing to the government to prioritise the welfare of the Nigerian people and ensure that their interests were adequately represented.

They also called on other civil society organisations, as well as grassroots movements and citizens, to lend their voices to the call for a good standard of living for the masses.

“Collective voices from various sectors of society is essential to bring about the necessary changes that can alay the struggles of the Nigerian people.

“This important Islamic festival is a time for reflection, sacrifice, and giving back to the community and we pray that Almighty Allah will continue to bless you with his benevolence and mercy,” the statement added. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Vivian Ihechu

Participants at a three-day Capacity Building Workshop for CSOs and Media on SDR in Abuja
General News

CSO demands effective legislative framework for utilisation of SDR Funds

By Emmanuella Anokam

The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ) has called for effective legislative framework for utilisation of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) allocated to Nigeria by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The Acting Executive Director, ANEEJ, Mr Leo Atakpu, made the call on Wednesday at a three-day Capacity Building Workshop for Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and Media on SDR in Abuja.

SDR is a form of financing instrument that a country gets from IMF as a member country in times of global financial crisis like COVID-19.

Atakpu said that ANEEJ, a CSO, organised the workshop in partnership with AFRODAD and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to track SDR funds and raising citizens’ voices to end debt crises in West Africa.

“We started the project by conducting a research on the SDR funds utilisation in Nigeria and Ghana including other countries but have course to invite stakeholders to validate the research findings.

“When we assembled the result, we have every reason to agree that the content of the research was good for us to work with advocacy. Now, we are engaging the media and CSOs to deepen their understanding,’’ he said.

Presenting a paper titled “Utilisation of SDR in Nigeria, Dr Terfa Abraham, an Economist and Public Policy Analyst, recalled that Nigeria received the SDR from IMF in August 2021 equating 3.4 billion dollars to increase external reservation.

Abrahim, who is a Senior Research Fellow, National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, said, “The CBN Act 2007, section 8 provides that CBN Governor briefs the National Assembly always with regards to its policies and activities.

“Section 24(g) of CBN Act 2007 provides that CBN shall all times maintain the reserve of external assets consisting allocations of SDR to Nigeria by IMF.

“As a sovereign country, Nigeria has the right to use SDR as it deems fit but should ensure that CBN, Ministries of Finance and Industry, Trade and Investment produce data and avenue for the usage as seen in other climes.

“The funds may end up being used in a manner that may not benefit the public and above all escape oversight watchful eyes of the legislators.

“The SDRs came into the country through the CBN; at that point the funds were not appropriated. But the funds were to be used in specific sectors like social investment, education and others which the National Assembly must oversight,” he said.

He said in the study conducted by ANEEJ, some stakeholders shared diverse opinion regarding current update on SDRs utilisation for Nigeria.

He said the study revealed that generally other countries used their SDR to support budget deficit and strengthening of foreign reserve.

Abraham said evidence showed that Nigeria also used its funds in that direction, stating that the CBN and other agencies needed to explain how SDR funds received in 2021 were used to cushion the effect of COVID-19.

This, he said, would help Nigeria to track the process and come up with advocacy and entry points that could be used to shape and direct how future SDR or related funds from development partners would be utilised.

In his remarks, Mr Mohammed Attah, National Coordinator, Procurement Observation and Advocacy Initiative, ANEEJ, said for a long time many countries have been benefiting from the IMF’s SDR without adequate awareness of the citizens, the end beneficiaries.

According to him, at times, the leadership of every county tends to misuse the SDR to the disadvantage of the people. So, there is a strong need to create awareness for people to know their rights concerning utilisation.

“Poverty can be traced to it, it is our common wealth deposited by IMF and in getting it back, we expect that apart from settling our debts at least we should have some kind of social interventions,” he said.

Also speaking, Prince Chris Azor, President, International Peace and Civic Responsibility Centre, a CSO, who described the SDR as an asset coming to the Federal Government, said Nigerians needed to know how resources were managed, thereby seeking for accountability.

“We have seen the windows from other countries like Ghana, Uganda among others, our government should be transparent and showcase processes of utilising the funds for our benefits,” he said.

NAN recalls that Nigeria received its first SDRs in the 70s when there was oil glut, recording second SDR in 1979 during gulf war, economic meltdown in 2009 and in 2021 due to COVID-19. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Deji Abdulwahab

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General News

Group lauds EFCC over decision to revisit corruption cases against former governors

By Monday Ijeh

A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), the Network Against Corruption and Trafficking Initiative (NACAT), has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its initiatives to revisit corruption cases against former governors.

Mr Tega Oghenedoro, the Executive Director in charge of Investigation of the CSO, gave the commendation at a media briefing on Monday, in Abuja.

According to him, the EFCC’s decision to revisit the corruption cases against former governors is laudable and has the support of all CSOs in Nigeria, especially that of the NACAT.

“We are, however, concerned by the fact that, in spite of the plethora of facts and figures, audit reports and account statements, submitted to the EFCC, indicting former Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River, nothing tangible is seen to have happened.

“NACAT is hereby calling on the EFCC to make the status report of the documents submitted to it public as the curious Nigerians are wishing to know.

“In our submission to the EFCC, we have asked salient questions which we believe are investigation worthy,” he said.

According to him, as an NGO, we have provided the Cross River account details and how monies were approved and diverted recklessly by Ayade led administration.

He said in the course of private and detailed investigation by NACAT, grey areas were highlighted the EFCC to focus on.

“Indeed the EFCC investigators commended us for such a diligent work, which has made their work easier.

“We, therefore, wonder why Ayade has not been invited, investigated and his prosecution, not commenced.

“We call on President Bola Tinubu to consolidate on his renewed thrust for fiscal probity and governance accountability by compelling the EFCC to beam its searchlight on the former governor of Cross River,” he added.

It will be recalled that the EFCC had reopened money laundering cases against 13 former governors, some of who were also former ministers, with the amounts involved running into over N853.8 billion.

The affected persons include two former Ekiti State governors, Kayode Fayemi and Ayo Fayose; former Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle; two former Enugu State governors, Chimaroke Nnamani and Sullivan Chime

Others are former Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Adamu; former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Rivers State governor, Peter Odili; former Abia State governor, Theodore Orji; former Gombe State governor, Danjuma Goje.

Also included are former Sokoto State governor, Aliyu Wamako; former Bayelsa State governor, Timipre Sylva; and former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Isaac Aregbesola

Mr Prosper Okafor, National President, Civil Society on Mental and Drug Demand Reduction (CiSMHeDDR)
Defence/Security , General News

CSO calls for proactive approach to tackle insecurity

By Angela Atabo

A Civil Society Organisation (CSO) on Mental Health and Drug Demand Reduction (CiSMHeDDR), has called for a proactive approach by security operatives to fight insecurity in the country.

Mr Prosper Okafor, National President of the group made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, while reacting to persistent cases of kidnapping and other acts of insecurity in parts of the country.

He called on the country’s security operatives to embrace a more proactive technique rather than a reactive approach in the fight against insecurity.

Okafor said that his group had a lot to offer and that they were willing and ready to contribute more in the aspect of mental healthcare, drug and substance abuse which he identified as one of the key drivers of crime and insecurity.

“The best way to nip insecurity in the bud is by deploying proactive approaches that include intelligent information gathering networks,” he said.

Okafor said that CiSMHeDDR with over 1,500 member organisations spread across FCT and the 36 states, could be effectively deployed to enhance security if supported by the government and other stakeholders.

He said that it was not enough to always respond or react to acts of insecurity but very beneficial to prevent it through proactive measures and techniques.

The civil society advocate, who identified insecurity as a time bomb, said that it was better not to allow it to detonate before taking actions.

Okafor, who is also the Founder of Crusade for Greater Nigeria on Poverty Eradication and Social Matters (CFGN), an NGO, blamed the increasing rate of poverty in the country for the insecurity, which he said had scared investors away.

He commended President Bola Tinubu’s efforts in tackling the monster of insecurity and appealed for an unusual way of battling the menace.

“I wonder why and how our security operatives cannot trace the kidnappers through calls, in synergy with the mobile network companies.

“I can’t believe that kidnappers cannot be apprehended after making a series of calls across to the relations of their victims, with the same line,” he said.

Okafor, however, called on Nigerians to collaborate in the fight against insecurity, saying that security should not be left for the government alone.

“We cannot leave the fight against insecurity to the security agents alone but we should deeply be active in it,” he added.

Okafor said that he had initiated a unique security initiative called FCT Enhanced Security, Crime and Accident Prevention Program (FCT ESCAP) to aid national security networks.

He explained that the initiative would help immensely if extended to the 36 states, recognised and supported by the appropriate authorities.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the spate of kidnapping and banditry increased in Abuja, with many innocent persons falling victim. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Maureen Ojinaka and Emmanuel Afonne

Politics

CSO opposes Bill for NSA to recruit permanent staff

By Emmanuel Oloniruha

A Civil society group, Civil Society for Peace, Security and Development (CSPSD), has opposed a bill before the National Assembly seeking for an Act to provide a framework for the National Security Adviser (NSA) to employ its own permanent staff members.

Mr Obadiah Ovye, Co-Convener said this at a news conference in Abuja

Ovye was reacting to the bill, which seeks for the appointment of permanent Staff for the Office of the NSA and retention of quality and skilled manpower to enhance institutional memory and effective performance of the responsibilities of the Office of the NSA.

Ovye said that the bill If enacted, would give the NSA sweeping powers that would allow it to bypass existing checks and balances and operate with little oversight.

According to the proposed Act, the NSA may, among others, appoint such number of staff as he deems necessary and expedient for the proper and efficient performance of the functions of the office under the national security Act or any other law or instrument, centres or programmes established under the office;

”On such terms and conditions including remuneration, allowances and benefits as may be determined, from time to time by the NSA.”

Ovye asked that what has happened to the office of the Permanent Secretary, Special Services Office (PS SSO) designed to administratively coordinate the intelligence community and by implication serve as the institutional memory for national security management.

“Why does the NSA wish to become an Agency when Section 4(2) of the National Security Act categorically states that?

”The Coordinator on National Security shall be a Principal Staff Officer in the Office of the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces?

“Why does the NSA plan to operationalise his office with full compliments of permanent staff when such are already seconded by security agencies? Will this not enlarge the Budget which the Government is trying to reduce?

“While the prerogative to introduce bills rests with members of the legislative body, the bill in contention is shrouded in inadequacies that warrant careful scrutiny and consideration.

“The said bill, if enacted, would give the NSA sweeping powers that would allow it to bypass existing checks and balances and operate with little oversight.

“This would create a dangerous concentration of power in the hands of a single individual and undermine the principles of democracy and accountability.

“More disturbing is that the Act when in existence will undermine the president,” he said.

Ovye added that if the NSA’s office was to become independent, the dual responsibility of oversight and coordination could overwhelm the individual in the role.

He added that granting the NSA the power to independently recruit permanent personnel would open the office to political patronage without employees undergoing the traditional progression in ranks before assuming sensitive roles within the security architecture.

“In addition, the Office of the NSA does not have full autonomy and traditionally relies on staff from support agencies (Army, Navy, Airforce, Police, NIA and DSS) on secondment.

“This approach has proven effective over the years and fosters a cohesive integrated and collaborative approach.

“However, if the NSA’s office were to become independent, the dual responsibility of oversight and coordination could overwhelm the individual in the role.

“This would inadvertently lead to a fragmented system and impact adversely on timely coordinated execution of vital security initiatives with implication for the nation’s ability to respond effectively to emerging threats and challenges.

“Most importantly, the establishment of an independent agency by the NSA to handle security matters introduces the risk of creating a parallel platform.

“This new agency has the potential to operate independently and could, in effect, wield influence and authority thereby weakening the president’s control over security matters as the new agency could act independently, possibly going against what the president wants,” he said.

Ovye added that the establishment of the proposed units under the NSA by the bill would also increase the federal government cost of governance which it was trying to reduce.

Ovye expressed concerns on why the public hearing for the bill earlier slated before the end of January, 2024 was brought back to Saturday Dec. 30, 2023 without well circulated information for the change in date.

He implored Mr President, relevant stakeholders and patriotic citizens to stand against the bill to protect the integrity of the country’s security. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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General News

CSO lauds Uzodinma on women empowerment, girl-child’s rights

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer

Our Beloved Girl Child Global Foundation, a Non-Governmental Oragnisation (NGO), has commended the efforts of Gov. Hope Uzodinma on women empowerment and promotion of the rights of the Girl-child.

President of the Foundation, Dr Lilian Agbazue, gave the commendation at a media conference on Thursday in Abuja

Agbazue said the first term of Gov. Uzodinma was characterized by initiatives and tangible deliverables that promoted women empowerment and the rights of the girl-child in Imo.

According to her, the Governor of Imo has done well in terms of the requirements of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa.

“This is also known as ‘The Maputo Protocol on Women’s Rights’. The Protocol guarantees extensive rights to women, including the right to take part in the political processes, to social and political equality with men.

“In addition, it has improved autonomy in their reproductive health decisions, and an end to harmful traditional practices such as female genital mutilation, among others.

“Without empowerment, women, as the largest proportion of our population will be vulnerable and impoverished due to the challenges caused by social, economic, cultural and political marginalisation,’’ she said

According to her, Uzodinma’s appointment of women to serve in different capacities in his administration is a clear demonstration of his desire to foster women’s right in the political processes and decision making processes.

She said Uzodinma’s 3Rs of Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Recovery has indeed supported women economic empowerment and the rights of the girl-child in Imo.

“The governor has rehabilitated 305 Health Centres in the 305 electoral wards in the state; most of them equipped and provided with solar generated power.

“He returned peace to the state by tackling insecurity challenges with synergy from security agencies in the State.

“He constructed over 1,000km of roads across the state, including the Orlu/Owerri and Okigwe/Owerri roads and many ongoing constructions of roads in each of the 27 Local government areas of the State.

“Uzodinma has also revived the Ben Uwajumogu College of Education at Ihitte-Uboma and instituted a governing council to ensure its continuous function.

“The governor recruited and training 10,000 Primary school teachers in the State among many other projects,” she said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Vincent Obi

Metro

CSO tasks new NAHCON boss on sustainable hajj policy

By Salisu Sani-Idris

A CSO, Independent Hajj Reporters, has urged the new Chairman of National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Jalal Arabi, to design a comprehensive sustainable hajj policy.

The National Coordinator of the CSO, Malam Ibrahim Muhammed, gave the advice in a congratulatory message to the chairman, on Thursday in Abuja.

” As a retired Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service, it is expected that the new NAHCON Chairman will put in place a comprehensive and sustainable Hajj policy that focuses on efficient service delivery for Nigerian pilgrims.

” And see to its implementation at every stage.”

Muhammed also urged the chairman to immediately mobilise the needed tools to launch a massive public enlightenment to educate prospective pilgrims on the short time available for registration for the 2024 hajj pilgrimage.

He added, ” As a seasoned civil servant, the new NAHCON helmsman comes onboard with a technocratic experience which we believe will come to bear as he assumes duty.

” We also note that the new chairman is coming into office at the right time with a timeline of activities regarding Hajj 2024, just picking up.

” We urge that he hits the ground running by continuing where the immediate past board of NAHCON stopped by ensuring prompt registration of intending pilgrims and engagement of capable service providers for hajj 2024 operation.”

Muhammed commended the immediate past board of the commission for doing well in spite of the numerous challenges.

He particularly paid tribute to the former NAHCON boss, Zikirullah Hassan, for the take-off of the Hajj Savings Scheme and the Hajj Institute of Nigeria.

” While we wish the new chairman a successful tenure of office, we call on him to work in harmony with the State Pilgrims Boards and Agencies as well as Tour Operators to see to the successful registration of pilgrims.

” And the implementation of the Road Map to Hajj 2024, as encapsulated in the programmes and policies being implemented by the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah towards Hajj 2024.” (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Bashir Rabe Mani

President Bola Tinubu
General News

CSU certificate: Group calls on Tinubu to shame detractors

By Angela Atabo

A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), United Global Resolve for Peace (UGRFP), has called on President Bola Tinubu to defend the saga about his educational qualification from Chicago State University and shame his detractors.

Mr Shalom Olaseni, Chairman of UGRFP, said on Sunday in a statement that as a concerned group, they have been monitoring the whole event surrounding Tinubu’s certificate authenticity.

Olaseni said that the issue had attracted so much attention in the media space both locally and internationally.

“Now is the appropriate time for the President to provide every proof that his certificate was genuinely acquired,” he said.

Olaseni said that Nigeria’s democracy would be dragged in the mud if the controversy was not resolved.

“In this regard, we call upon President Tinubu to forthrightly present his side of the matter.

“The President, as a custodian of our national leadership, owes it to the Nigerian people to provide irrefutable evidence that validates the authenticity of his educational qualifications.

“Transparency is not a mere expectation, it is an imperative for the sustenance of trust and confidence in our leadership.

“The implications of allowing this controversy to persist without resolution will extend beyond the realm of political intrigue and into the very core of our democratic principles,’’ Olaseni said.

According to the UGRFP chairman, by failing to address allegations of this magnitude, the president risks sending a message that integrity and accountability can be compromised with impunity.

Olaseni further said that allowing such allegations to slide would project the image of the country in the negative light.

“As Nigeria seeks to play an increasingly prominent role on the international stage, it is paramount that our leaders demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and accountability,’’ Olaseni added.

He, however, appealed to the National Assembly to critically address the issue, adding that a thorough and fair investigation within a period would ensure justice, the nation’s commitment to the rule of law and transparency.

The chairman also warned those exploiting the situation, especially on social media platforms, to beware.

According to him, decorum is profitable to direct, and circumspection is wisdom in the face of half-truths and blurry narratives.

He said that the reputation of the country was dependent on collective ability to address the allegations surrounding the saga with absolute transparency and integrity.

“We believe that the truth must be unveiled for the sake of our nation’s unity, credibility and the faith our citizens placed on the country.

“Mr President must be accorded a right of reply and remains adjudged by the presumption of regularity and innocence of the allegations against him.

“It is only a court of competent jurisdiction that can adjudicate on this matter,’’ the chairman said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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Edited by Idris Abdulrahman

General News

CSO opposes NLC planned strike

 

By Emmanuel Oloniruha

A Civil Society Organisation under the aegis of Civil Society and Workers Dialogue Forum (CSWDF) has expressed its disapproval of the proposed strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) scheduled to commence on Tuesday, Oct. 3.

The organisation in a statement issued by its Convener, Abubakar Ibrahim and Rafiu Shaibu, Co-convener, Bashir Faisal, in Abuja on Wednesday described the action as an economic sabotage.

It described the planned action as a deliberate mischief given that the NLC is insensitive to its own part of dialogue with the Federal Government over the petrol subsidy removal impasse.

The CSO assured that it would always lend its voice if the NLC decides to toe the path of nobility, embrace dialogue and shelve the strike.

The CSO said the NLC had fully agreed to the withdrawal of fuel subsidy which it had earlier advocated for.

It added that “having the subsidy that has been draining government for years removed should be supported by all stakeholders, rather than ‘evil kick’ as it were.”

The group said it acknowledged difficulty faced by Nigerians and explained that the Federal Government had made deft moves in rehabilitating the refineries to reduce the cost of PMS and gas importation.

It added that the recent distribution of palliatives to the tune of N5 billion to each of the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory is part of efforts to mitigate the effects until things normalise.

It added that no government anywhere in the world derives pleasure in the suffering of its people.

“The wage increase of workers is being negotiated with NLC constituting membership of the committee, hence we are appalled at what the proposed strike intends to achieve.

“As opposed to the past, the NLC has always been on the negotiation table before any decision was taken by this administration,” the group said.

The CSO recalled that in June 2023, “the labour union was in talks with the Federal Government over fuel subsidy removal without carrying other stakeholders along which we protested our exclusion.

“Having agreed with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, only for the workers union to recant and proposed an indefinite strike is counter-productive and we will mobilise our members across the 36 states and FCT for anti-NLC protest,” the CSO said.

 

It added that the statement should serve as official notice to the Director of State Service, Inspector General of Police and other security agencies, that it is going to mobilise to streets against NLC on Oct. 3.

 

The group said that some states had purchased buses for public transportation and has also added fund to the FG’s offer to them to cushion effects of the subsidy removal in their respective states.

It insisted that the proposed strike is inappropriate thereby calling on citizens not to allow themselves to be used against the genuine interest of government.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Politics

Group expresses mixed feelings over tribunal judgment nullifying Rep Lar’s election

 

 

 

By Emmanuel Oloniruha

A Civil Society Group, Civil Society Coalition for Credible Elections. (CIVSOCE) has expressed mixed felling over the Plateau State Election Petition Tribunal judgment which nullified the election of member of the House of Representatives, Beni Lar (PDP- Plateau).

 

The CSO in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja called on the Appeal Court to reverse the Aug. 12 judgement of the tribunal against the member representing Langtang North/South Federal Constituency.

 

The statement was jointly signed by its Convener, Dr Mahmud Nafiu, General Secretary, Mr Jonathan Yakubuy and Director of Media, Aisha Yamusa.

 

The CSO contended that the nomination of a candidate which the Panel of Justices premised their judgement had been classified as a pre-election matter by the Electoral Act 2022 as amended.

 

Citing Section 84(14) of the Electoral Amendment Act, the group said, “pre-election matters can only be filed and entertain in the Federal High Court”, insisting that the outcome of the judgement was a travesty of Justice.

 

It added that though a tribunal has coordinate jurisdiction with a Federal High Court and remains a Special Court as stipulated by Nigeria Constitution, if the phrase tribunal is used in pari-material with the relevant provisions of the Act, “it succinctly captures the word panel.”

 

The group while expressing confidence in the panel of Justices that constituted the state tribunal, said that the outcome of Langtang North and South could be one of those judicial errors to be corrected at the higher Court.

 

This, according to the CSO, should be put in the right perspective to guide the higher court’s decision that the public is carefully monitoring court’s proceedings.

 

“Where a court lacks jurisdiction to entertain a matter, it becomes fundamentally fatal of any decision that emanated from the case.

 

“Without sounding political, the judgement nullifying the election of Lar representing Langtang North/South calls for serious concern as it is a pre-election matter.

 

“The Tribunal claimed that there was no proper congress that produced Lar as the House of Representatives candidate of the PDP.

 

“We ask, where lies the power of the party that has the onus of sponsoring a candidate of its choice.

 

“We are worried and are seriously asking Appeal Court to look into this case with a view to serve justice,” the CSO pleaded. (NAN)(www.nannnews.ng)